CWE
79
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2019-16149: XSS

First published: Fri Mar 28 2025(Updated: )

An Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation in FortiClientEMS version 6.2.0 may allow a remote attacker to execute unauthorized code by injecting malicious payload in the user profile of a FortiClient instance being managed by the vulnerable system.

Credit: psirt@fortinet.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Fortinet EMS

Remedy

Please upgrade to version 6.2.1 and above.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2019-16149?

    CVE-2019-16149 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2019-16149?

    To fix CVE-2019-16149, upgrade FortiClientEMS to the latest version provided by Fortinet that addresses this vulnerability.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2019-16149?

    CVE-2019-16149 affects users of FortiClientEMS version 6.2.0 and earlier versions.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-16149?

    CVE-2019-16149 is an improper neutralization of input during web page generation vulnerability.

  • Can CVE-2019-16149 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2019-16149 can be exploited remotely by an attacker to execute unauthorized code.

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